The Genesis Creation Account and Its Reverberations in the Old Testament

by Gerald A. Klingbeil

Publisher:

Andrews University Press

, 2015

Overview

How does the rest of the Bible relate to Genesis 1 and 2? Do the various biblical authors portray creation theologies that align or diverge? In this volume, ten scholars—each addressing a different section, genre, or topic from the Old Testament—grapple seriously with this question. Collectively, they find that the weight of the textual data of the Old Testament clearly portrays an overarching understanding and theology of creation that permeates every biblical genre and book. These findings should inform the thinking of every honest Christian, whether layperson, theologian, or scientist. At its core, creation theology is all about Who God is, who we are, what our destiny is, and how God chooses to save a world that is in direct rebellion to its Creator.

Key Features

• Portrays an overarching understanding and theology of creation.
• Informs the thinking of every honest Christian.
• Covers aspects of semantics, history of interpretation, exegesis, and theology.

Praise for the Print Edition

This remarkable collection of studies on Genesis 1 and 2 takes one into the world when the chapters were first written and leads the reader through the Scriptural reflections on this most important of teaching among the poets, prophets, and wisdom writers of the Old Testament.

--Richard S. Hess. Professor of Old Testament and Semitic Languages. Denver Theological Seminary

The concept of origins is foundational for any worldview, and this volume usefully explores this concept from the perspective of biblical theology. Covering aspects of semantics, history of interpretation, exegesis, and theology, it shows the various entry points necessary to more fully appreciate biblical creation. Exploration of creation throughout the Old Testament canon is a welcome core of the book. The focus firmly remains the Old Testament and its world, so even discussions of evolution concentrate on ancient Near Eastern views rather than current scientific discussion.

--David W. Baker. Professor of Old Testament and Semitic Languages. Ashland Theological Seminary

The subject is timely, given scientific advances, and a culture which challenges biblical morality. The biblical theology approach, beginning with Genesis and essays examining the Psalms, Wisdom literature (with interesting results), and the Prophets is commendable. Here is solid academic work appropriate for colleges, but also helpful to the educated church constituency.

--Elmer A. Martens. President Emeritus and Professor of Old Testament Emeritus. Fresno Pacific University

Product Details

• Title: The Genesis Creation Account and Its Reverberations in the Old Testament
• Author: Gerald A. Klingbeil
• Publisher: Andrews University Press
• Print Publication Date: 2015
• Pages: 408
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
• ISBNs: 9781940980096, 1940980097
• Resource ID: LLS:GENCREATACCTOT
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2023-02-21T22:29:29Z

About Gerald A. Klingbeil

Gerald A. Klingbeil, associate editor of Adventist Review and Adventist World magazines as well as research professor of Old Testament and Ancient Near Eastern Studies at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary in Berrien Springs, Michigan.